The Library Conference Room was established as part of the library renovation and expansion, which was funded by the Kay Porter $1 million gift. A federal grant by the Institute of Museum and Library Services added technology and equipment.

Small business, professionals, government groups, exhibitors, and organizations will enjoy the technology and space provided by the Library meeting spaces, including the Library Conference Room, Library Theater, and Sensory Garden. Indoor spaces are a part of the original 1936 structure which include the original wood molding and paint colors of the Library. The Sensory Garden, a gift from the Poplar Bluff chapter of Rotary International is tranquil and inviting with benches, fountain, seasonal plantings, and magnolias growing since the 1930’s.

Use of space is only by advance reservation and completion of the room request form and signing the user agreement. This form must be co-signed by the director or assistant director. It is assumed that users have read the Meeting Spaces Policy and agree to all stipulations included in the policy.

Library events are given priority.

All meetings must be open to the general public and may not discriminate against any group or individual because of religion, ethnic origin, age or gender.

The community rooms are available for education, cultural and civic betterment purposes.

Library Board policy does not allow any person or group to sell a product or use the room to solicit business.

Users are responsible for meeting with Technology Staff and Building Administrator prior to event as necessary.

Users must clean up meeting space after event or incur an additional cleaning fee.

Conference Room

The conference room provides seating for 20 with tables and chairs and with the capability of computer work stations for 10. Technology access includes Smart Board, front-screen projection, telephone conferencing, sound system, and WiFi with Internet access. Room includes electrical and water amenities.

Library Theater

The Library Theater provides meeting space in the lower stage area with table and chairs for 70, chairs only is 150, and standing room only is 200. Technology access includes front-screen projection for two screens (floor level--12 x 30 and stage level 10 x 15), sound system, and WiFi with Internet access. The room includes electrical and kitchenette, refrigerator and freezer access. There is an upright baby grand piano in the space (tuning by a reputable professional is user’s responsibility).